Technician Operator

Northwestern Energy•Mine Creek, MT

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician Operator primarily works in a Control Center environment and is responsible for monitoring engine emissions and performing daily inspections of the DGGS facility. The Technician Operator responds to alarms and takes appropriate corrective actions, performs plant shutdown and start-up procedures, and completes preventative and predictive maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Associate's degree in a related technical field or relevant technical certification preferred (for Operator I)
1 or more years of relevant Control Room Operator experience (for Operator II)
Utility or company experience (for Operator II)
Associate's degree or certification preferred (for Operator II)
Proficiency in operating and maintaining BOP and generating equipment (for Operator II)
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (eg.: EPA, OSHA, NERC/FERC) (for Operator II)
Ability to interpret SCADA system data (for Operator II)
3 or more years of relevant Control Room Operator experience (for Operator III)
Utility or company experience (for Operator III)
Associate's degree or certification preferred (for Operator III)
Three years of DGGS operating experience or 3 years of similar experience with 2 years of DGGS experience (for Operator III)
High School Diploma or equivalent
Associate Degree in Instrumentation and Controls Technology, Power Plant Technology, Process Plant Technology or related Technical discipline or 4 years of experience in electrical power generation operations, maintenance or related experience
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies and procedures
Successfully complete an Operator Technician Novice Qualification within 6 months

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of industrial systems (e.g.: meters, gauges, valves) (for Operator I)
Ability to operate simple tools and equipment (e.g.: flow rates, pressure readings) (for Operator I)

Responsibilities

Receive and respond to electrical and fuel dispatcher's orders and requests
Operate controls to regulate the load on turbines, emissions, and fuel supply to maintain safe, reliable, and compliant conditions
Perform shipping and receiving functions including loading, unloading, inventory auditing, and materials handling; issue, receive, and maintain inventory
Perform emergency activities to maintain power generation and safeguard station equipment
Report upset conditions or other anomalies in plant status to plant management
Make entries in the operating log and approve and issue tagouts
Perform all shift operations, including startup and shutdown of main plant components and auxiliaries
Conduct routine inspection of plant facilities and equipment; provide status reports
Comply with all site safety requirements and procedures
Identify safety hazards and takes corrective actions as necessary
Check daily consumption rates of chemicals, gases, fuels, water and other consumables; monitor inventories and initiate action to replenish when appropriate
Perform electrical and mechanical inspections and trouble-shooting
Investigate plant problems, incidents, accidents and unusual events; provide analyses, recommendations, reports, and appropriate follow-up plans
Perform routine operational tests and adjustments on all power plant systems and components
Develop, assist, and revise operations and maintenance related procedures
Perform and maintain housekeeping standards and duties
Lift up to 75 pounds from floor level to waist level on a minimal basis
Perform routine preventive maintenance on all systems and equipment, support corrective maintenance efforts on equipment
Work 12 hour rotating shift to support 24/7 plant operation
Work overtime including evenings and weekends in response to acute service needs
Operate snowplow, forklift and man lift
Maintain accuracy of operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders and other administrative documents related to the power plant
Acts as representative and routinely interface with various agencies and vendors, including Transmission Operators, Reliability Coordinators, and Scheduling Coordinators following their documented procedures and guidelines
Train new employees
Perform other duties as assigned
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Benefits

401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays